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NHTSA ID Number: 10118333

Manufacturer Communication Number: PDI - 2017 Q7 TE

TSB/Document Date: 2017-10-04


Summary

AudieBay logo Technician Report that must be completed prior to customer delivery by an AudieBay logo technician. An AudieBay logo approved battery charger is recommended to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection. All PDI function tests must be run in Guided Fault Finding (GFF) only. Do not use Guided Functions for any PDI related test as these will not be uploaded to the Paperless Server. It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units during the SVM check vehicle configuration. For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information.


2017

Q7/Q7 TDI
AudieBay logo Technician Report
Stock No.

Dealer Number

R.O. No.

VIN

Road test mileage out

Road test mileage in

 All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an AudieBay logo technician
AudieBay logo recommends using an AudieBay logo approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection
 All PDI function tests must be run in Guided Fault Finding (GFF) only. Do not use Guided Functions for any PDI related test as
these will not be uploaded to the Paperless Server. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis for using GFF for PDI
function tests.

It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units
during the SVM check vehicle configuration

 For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information

Vehicle Preparation

Interior

 Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates

 Verify operation of all seat belts and latches

 Deactivate vehicle transport mode*
This step must be performed with the ignition on/engine
off

 Check operation of windows & locks*

 Set service reminder*
 Perform any open campaigns*
Under the Hood Fluid Check and Inspection
 Check battery clamps for proper torque*
 Perform a battery test*
 Check engine oil level*
 Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary

 Inspect mirrors for proper operation*
 Check rear view mirror operation*
 Verify operation of all interior lights
 Verify SOS button is green and Roadside assistance button is red
(if equipped)
 Check heated steering wheel operation (if equipped)
 Verify operation front heated seats*
 Verify operation of rear heated seats (if equipped)
 Verify operation front ventilated seats (if equipped)
 Verify operation of massaging front seats (if equipped)

Exterior
 Check all key buttons and features*

 Verify operation of manual folding 2nd row and power folding
3rd row seats*

 Check all doors for proper power closing (if equipped)*

 Verify proper operation of climate control*
 Inspect operation of all power outlets*

Lighting and Windshield

 Check panoramic sunroof & sunshade operation*

 Test exterior lighting functions

 Verify the glove compartment opens and closes properly

 Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)*

 Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection System

Trunk Inspection
 Verify power tailgate is operational and set default opening
height*
 Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*
 Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment
 Verify inflatable repair kit & compressor are present
Effective 1-11-2016-US
Version 1.1

 Verify operation of rear side manual sunshades (if equipped)

Settings
 Verify operation of MMI all-in-touch with handwriting recognition (if equipped)
 Set Time to “Automatic setting” and “Automatic time zone”
 Verify and set language and Measurement Units*
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) | 1

2017

Q7/Q7 TDI
AudieBay logo Technician Report
Settings (continued)

Driving Performance (continued)

 Verify Speech dialog system is operating*

 Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality*

 Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to Medium*

 Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*

 Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)*

 Check steering/tire alignment

 Load Onboard Video Tutorials*

 Verify operation of all-wheel steering with vehicle speeddependent control (if equipped)*

Media / Radio / SAT

 Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise

 Verify operation of CD/DVD player

 Check adaptive air suspension in all positions (if equipped)

 Insert SD card and test function of all slots

 Verify quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM bands

 Program the presets to local stations
Driver Assistance

 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*

 Verify cruise control & ACC with Traffic jam assist (congestion assist) (if equipped)

AudieBay logo connect (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

 Verify AudieBay logo side assist functionality Pre sense rear (if
equipped)*

 Verify AudieBay logo connect Information Packet is present*
 Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped)*

 Verify AudieBay logo active lane assist functionality (if equipped)

 Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)*

 Verify operation of Traffic sign recognition (if equipped)

 Check Wi-Fi hotspot functionality (if equipped)*
 Enable Google Earth (if equipped)*

 Verify all vehicle Head-up Display functionality (if
equipped)*

On-Hoist Inspection

 Verify operation of night vision camera (if equipped)

 Check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires and wheels
for damage

 Verify operation of High-beam assist (if equipped)

 Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components

 Activate NAV and follow directions back to dealership (if
equipped)

 Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*

 Verify operation of AudieBay logo parking system plus*

 Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*
 Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*

Post-Road Test Inspection
 Interrogate fault memory and print Diagnostic Log

Driving Performance

 Ensure the yellow tire pressure tag is installed on the steering wheel

 Check horn operation

 Apply Inventory Maintenance Sticker

 Verify hold and release of electronic parking brake

 Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times

 Verify engine performance and acceleration*
 Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles

Technician
I certify that all operations have been completed and this vehicle has been prepared in accordance with AudieBay logo Procedures and
Quality Standards, and has met the standards for Perfect Delivery.

Technician Signature

Effective 1-11-2016-US
Version 1.1

Last 8 of VIN

Completion Date

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